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Christ ist erstanden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
ATBB · Ross Jallo
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Christ ist erstanden by Thomas Stoltzer — Lyrics
after Victimae paschali laudes
1.
Christ ist erstanden
von der Marter alle.
Des sollen wir alle froh sein,
Christ will unser Trost sein.
Kyrieleis.
2.
Wär er nicht erstanden,
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About Christ ist erstanden
Thomas Stoltzer's setting of Christ ist erstanden is a powerful motet for ATBB choir. The German text, drawing inspiration from the Easter sequence Victimae paschali laudes, jubilantly proclaims Christ's resurrection. Stoltzer's music reflects the exultation of the text, moving from the initial statement of Christ's rising from all suffering to the profound implication of his resurrection for the world's salvation. The motet's structure emphasizes the joy and comfort found in Christ, culminating in fervent Alleluias. This work offers a vibrant and substantial musical setting of a central Christian theme, suitable for services and concerts.
